407 - How to find the best people for your HIT business with Luke Carlson

HIT studio owners, have you ever stopped to think about how important your hiring process is for the success of your fitness business?  In a world where the fitness industry is growing at an exponential rate, having the right team can make all the difference. In this previously HIT Business members-only episode, we dive deep into the importance of hiring and how to create an effective hiring process for your gym. Luke Carlson, founder and CEO of Discover Strength joins us to discuss the hiring practices that have driven his success in the fitness industry. He shares his tried-and-true techniques for finding and hiring the right people for the job. Luke highlights the importance of "first who, then what," and stresses that it's the people who make up the company and create a successful business. We cover topics such as conducting interviews, assessing job candidates, and determining the best team structure for your gym. Luke stresses the importance of hiring for value fit, aligning your interests with your employees', and creating an effective commission model. He also shares key questions to ask during interviews to gauge a candidate's understanding of the company's core values and assess their potential to perform in the position. The episode concludes with Luke's four-step hiring process and the criteria that a candidate must meet to be considered the right person in the right seat. For the full show notes, links, and resources, click here